by Norelle | Aug 25, 2020 | Food as Medicine
Let’s hear a cheer for the spear! One of the delights of heading into spring is the appearance of asparagus at the local produce market. The Australian season lasts from September –March but the prime time for asparagus is considered September –December. Health...
by Norelle | Jun 24, 2020 | Food as Medicine
Do we need dairy for calcium? Dairy foods are widely promoted as significant dietary sources of calcium. But, can you still get enough calcium if you are not consuming milk products? Following is a guide to the highest non-dairy calcium foods for those who are lactose...
by Norelle | Apr 27, 2020 | Food as Medicine, Immunity
Nutrients not in a bottle Help – I can’t find Vitamin C in the shops! I’ve had a few emails and phone calls over recent weeks seeking a secret source of supplements. When it comes to pandemic panic buying Vitamin C appears to be is the supplemental equivalent of...
by Norelle | Apr 17, 2020 | Food as Medicine, Herbal medicine, Immunity
5 pantry plant medicines for your immune system Sometimes we feel like we need to seek out exotic herbal medicines. Yet, often our most potent plant allies are the ones under our nose – in our kitchen or garden. Every year as we head into Winter,...
by Norelle | Dec 7, 2017 | Food as Medicine
Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in the world. Although your body recycles most of the iron it requires from red blood cells, your stores need to be topped up with around 1-2 mg a day due to small losses through sweat, urine and...
by Norelle | Aug 17, 2017 | Digestion, Food as Medicine, Recipes
You can have your acai berries, maca and other exotic South American superfoods. In my opinion, apples are the best “superfood”. Why apples? Apples top my list because they are readily available, affordable and portable. No packaging required! Although...
